Machinist Inspector Jobs in Melbourne, FL (NOW HIRING)

This role involves setting up, operating, and troubleshooting CNC machining centers, including advanced 5-axis machines, to produce high-quality precision components. You will work from complex blueprints and engineering drawings, perform detailed inspections, and maintain tight tolerances while machining a variety of metals in a climate-controlled environment.

• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot CNC machining centers, including 3-axis and 5-axis machines.
• Teach tools, load CNC programs, and set or adjust work and tool offsets as required for each job.
• Select, install, and verify appropriate tooling, fixtures, and work-holding devices for each setup.
• Perform machine setup verification and conduct first-article inspections to confirm conformance to specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, GD&T, work instructions, and prints to determine machining requirements.
• Inspect machined parts to ensure they meet specified tolerances, typically maintaining tolerances of ±0.005".
• Monitor machining operations and make offset and process adjustments to maintain part quality and production efficiency.
• Machine a variety of materials, including aluminum, steel, stainless steel, copper, and specialty alloys.
• Verify part quality using precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and depth gauges.
• Perform machine changeovers efficiently to support production needs and minimize downtime.
• Identify and resolve machining and tooling issues through effective troubleshooting.

• Minimum 2–5 years of CNC machining experience.
• Proven experience setting up and operating 3-axis CNC mills.
• Proven experience setting up and operating 5-axis CNC mills.
• Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints and technical drawings.
• Ability to interpret GD&T and engineering drawings to ensure accurate machining.
• Proficiency in setting and adjusting work and tool offsets on CNC machines.
• Experience teaching tools and loading CNC programs.
• Strong skills in using precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and depth gauges.
• Demonstrated ability to hold tight tolerances, typically ±0.005".
• Hands-on experience machining aluminum, steel, stainless steel, copper, and specialty alloys.
• Solid troubleshooting skills for resolving machine, tooling, and process issues.
• Capability to perform first-article inspections and verify machine setups.

• Experience performing machine changeovers to support varied production runs.
• Familiarity with work instructions and standardized shop documentation.
• Comfort working with a variety of work-holding devices, fixtures, and tooling configurations.
• Attention to detail and a methodical approach to quality and safety.
• Strong problem-solving mindset and willingness to refine processes for efficiency.

You will work in a professional, climate-controlled environment that supports precision work and consistent quality. The organization values skilled trades professionals and offers the opportunity to work with advanced CNC technologies, including 5-axis machining centers. You can expect a focus on quality, continuous improvement, and a setting where craftsmanship and technical expertise are recognized and appreciated.

The role is based in a climate-controlled machining facility designed for precision manufacturing. You will work with 3-axis and 5-axis CNC machining centers, using a range of tooling, fixtures, and precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and depth gauges. The environment emphasizes accuracy, consistency, and adherence to documented work instructions and engineering drawings. Dress will align with a typical machine shop setting, including appropriate workwear and safety gear suitable for operating CNC equipment and handling metal materials.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Melbourne, FL.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $28.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Melbourne,FL.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.